Questions to Ask Your Health Care Provider About Tongue Cancer

• What tests will be necessary to confirm the diagnosis of tongue cancer?
• What is the stage of my tongue cancer?
• What are my treatment options?
• What are the risks and benefits of each proposed treatment?
• What is the prognosis for my specific stage of tongue cancer?
• Will I have trouble eating after the surgery?
• Will I need reconstructive surgery after to tongue tumor has been removed?
• What can be done to better manage symptoms like pain or dry mouth?
• What types of supportive care do you offer for patients with tongue cancer?
• Are there any clinical trials for which I might qualify?